Quote by Jimmy Kimmel

The truth is, we have this idea that late night is about creativity and being cool, but that's not our job. Our job is to get as many people watching the commercials in between our show. That's the reality of it.

The truth is, we have this idea that late night is about cre

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This quote highlights the discrepancy between the popular perception of late-night television and its actual purpose. It suggests that while many associate late-night shows with creativity and coolness, the primary objective of these shows is to attract viewers to the commercials aired during the program. Ultimately, it speaks to the commercial nature of late-night television and emphasizes the importance of maximizing viewership for advertising purposes.

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